Adjunct Faculty, Health Sciences

Lewis University; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis University in Romeoville, IL is seeking a faculty member to teach anatomy and physiology, fostering student engagement and contributing to curriculum development. The role requires modeling the University Mission and maintaining records of grades and attendance.

Candidates should demonstrate competency in course content, strong communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with Learning Management Systems such as Blackboard. Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated current competence in assigned course content.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Model the University Mission through dedicated teaching and service.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Presents educational material in a clear, comprehensive manner.
• Evaluate student performance using rubrics and timely submission of grades.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and progress.
• Participate in course and curriculum development under guidance of the Program Director/Department Chair.
• Support the mission and goals of the College and institution.
• Attend faculty meetings and training sessions as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Teaching

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to model the University Mission through dedicated job performance, service excellence to constituencies, respectful collaboration and active support of the University’s Mission in Catholic and Lasallian higher education.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Utilizes effective strategies to foster student involvement and participation in learning.
• Adheres to program schedules and deadlines in managing course-related tasks.
• Presents educational material in a clear, comprehensive manner.
• Encourages and guides student participation in various educational exercises.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently using established rubrics and criteria, including timely submission of grades for assignments, midterm, and final
• Supervise and assess students in lab settings, ensuring safe and effective practices when applicable
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
• Participate in course and curriculum development, and/or program assessment under the guidance of the Program Director/Department Chair.
• Support the mission and goals of the College and the institution.
• Remain current in the content through continuing education and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, teaching requirements, and institutional policies.
• Attend faculty meetings and training sessions as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated current competence in assigned course content
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in higher education
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard).

Work hours

Vary; As needed basis

Posting Number

Posting Number F00478

Posting Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Other Documents

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One University Parkway

Romeoville, IL 60446-2200

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